A recent judgment in his client’s favour reinforces the right of lawyers to pursue matrimonial assets in family law proceedings when past accounts have not been paid, even when the ownership of that property is in disp...
You may think you’re running a company that qualifies for a small business deduction, but Toronto commercial litigator Thomas McRae says a recent decision from the Tax Court of Canada illustrates why failing to follow ...
Complex economic crimes carried out by insiders are a growing concern for many global businesses — but when fraud has been identified, it is crucial for counsel to act quickly and connect with their counterparts in oth...
Those who act as executors and attorneys are generally entitled to compensation for performing their duties, says Toronto litigator Matthew Urback. In a recent Ontario Superior Court case — described by the judge as a ...
A new online service should appeal to people who want simple wills at a low cost, but there is still a potential for misuse, says Toronto civil litigator Jonathan Miller. “This generation spends so much time online, so...
Condo buyers who wish to avoid a dispute over construction deficiencies should choose their developer carefully, says Toronto condominium and commercial litigator Megan Mackey. Mackey, partner with Shibley Righton LLP, says ...
Having a robot successfully mediate a fee dispute is a great first step in showing how artificial intelligence (AI) can be used in our legal system, says Toronto civil and commercial litigator Jonathan Miller. “I'm qui...
Counsel must develop strong communication skills if they hope to keep client expectations in check when it comes to a potential settlement, Toronto civil and commercial litigator Jonathan Miller tells AdvocateDaily.com. Mill...
While more judges are assessing costs in cases where artificial intelligence (AI) could have reduced the number of billable hours, there are still a number of unanswered questions surrounding its use, says Toronto civil and ...
In the first instalment of a two-part series, Toronto business lawyer Peter Murphy looks at the issues facing cannabis store retailers. Prospective cannabis retailers need to proceed carefully as a new gold rush gets underwa...